Hawaii Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (HAHPERD) News

HAHPERD 2021 State Conference is going VIRTUAL!

Erin Centeio — Sat, 27 Mar 2021 00:51:32 GMT

The 2021 HAHPERD State conference is going VIRTUAL! We would love for you to join us on Friday April 23rd to watch the Rise of the Wahine and listen to a panel discussion! Then, on Saturday April 24th, join us to listen to the nationally renowned motivational speaker Kevin Atlas! We have live keynotes, talk-story sessions and prerecorded professional developments for you to engage in. Check out the registration page for more info!

HAHPERD Free Webinar, Check it out!

Erin Centeio — Sun, 25 Oct 2020 20:52:59 GMT

Dr. Erin Centeio presented on Effective Strategies for Teaching Health and PE in a COVID-19 era. Check out the recording of the free webinar here!

You can also use this Google Drive folder to get access to the PowerPoint and access other resources discussed during the presentation.

HAHPERD SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS 2020-2021

Erin Centeio — Sat, 30 May 2020 01:56:17 GMT

It is with great pleasure that HAHPERD has awarded two college scholarships for the 2020-2021 school year.

Reina Yamashita

Ms. Yamashita graduated from Kaiser High School in 2018. She currently attends the University of Hawaii – Manoa Campus as an undergraduate majoring in dance. This is her second year of receiving the HAHPERD Scholarship. She says that ultimately, her goal as a teacher is to share her love for dance with all of students and want students to develop a strong and positive mindset towards dance.

Maria Houar

Ms. Houar graduated from Seabury Hall in 2001. She currently attends the University of Hawaii – Manoa Campus as a doctoral student majoring in dance. Her aim is to make contributions to her local dance community and university by bridging cross-cultural connections between Hawai’i, India, and other places where she has taught. It is her hope to foster and build these connections so that future generations may find ways to experience the potential for shared global movement knowledge to transform the world, as we know it.

2020 HAHPERD Teachers of the Year

Erin Centeio — Sat, 30 May 2020 01:53:49 GMT

HAHPERD is excited to recognize the following outstanding educators as 2020 Hawai'i State Teachers of the Year (TOY). Please join us in congratulating Dara Tawarahara and Jessica Adkins!

Dara Tawarahara, 2020 HAHPERD TOY for Elementary Physical Education

Dara Tawarahara, who is affectionately known as "Ms. T" by her students, serves Helemano Elementary School as an inspiration and positive role model for physical literacy. As a Physical Education teacher and coach, she encourages all students to develop a strong foundation of movement and positive self-esteem that supports healthy and active lifestyles. Dara's student-centered approach is inclusive of all students and connects with their diverse needs and interests. She regularly motivates students through the use of guiding questions, music, technology, and opportunities for self-assessment. Dara advocates for healthy students and healthy schools, which led to increased brain breaks in class and improved recess opportunities. By improving students' access to recess activities and equipment, students are more ready to learn in class. Her efforts boosted school faculty morale and healthy living through an after school wellness club and staff wellness challenges. Dara contributes to the broader community by volunteering and participating in state and district opportunities, such as Children and Youth Day and fitness events. She also shares her engaging lessons with educators beyond her school by opening her classroom for observations. Mahalo, Dara, for your outstanding contributions to Physical Education!

Jessica Adkins, 2020 HAHPERD TOY for High School Physical Education

Jessica Adkins serves Maui High School through her leadership as a Physical Education teacher, department head, and coach. Jessica intentionally designs her lessons to help students from all backgrounds and ability levels to succeed by developing social and emotional learning, positive student interactions, and discussions where all perspectives are valued and respected. Jessica empowers students to develop their voice through her courses, which includes a Unified Leadership Physical Education class. With her guidance, the Unified Leadership students organized youth sports days for neighboring elementary students. Jessica integrates the use of technology, such as Google Classroom and heart rate monitors, to enhance her students' learning experiences in Physical Education. She contributes to her community as an active, positive role model by volunteering for youth clinics and fitness days. Jessica also actively participates in the Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools program as a Youth Ambassador Mentor and Head of Delegation and consults with educators within and beyond the state of Hawai'i who are interested in bringing this program to their schools. Mahalo, Jessica, for all you do to support your students' physical literacy!

Conference Update

Erin Centeio — Tue, 10 Mar 2020 06:15:02 GMT

We understand that there are concerns about the covid-19 virus. Please note that we are closely monitoring this situation and are in communication with various state agencies as well as the host site. In the unlikely event that a decision is made to reschedule or cancel the HAHPERD State Conference on March 27, we will notify you through the email you used to register with as well as post the information on the HAHPERD website.

Save The Date: 2019 HAHPERD State PE Conference

Sun, 03 Feb 2019 07:40:50 GMT

SAVE THE DATE

2019 HAHPERD STATE PE CONFERENCE

FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 2019

MANOA VALLEY DISTRICT PARK

Podcast - Episode 7: Dr. Erin Centeio & Comprehensive School Health

Sat, 02 Feb 2019 02:45:52 GMT

Upcoming Professional Development: Yoga Ed

Wed, 01 Feb 2017 00:06:32 GMT

The Hanahau'oli School Professional Development Center invites you to join us for two wonderful workshops designed to bring yoga and mindfulness into your classroom teaching and physical education programs. Please join us for one of the following:

Tuesday March 12, 2019

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Hanahau'oli School

Professional Development Center

This 6-Hour Tools for Teachers Professional Development Workshop equips you with a broad variety of basic principles and tools to implement short yoga breaks with children or teens. You will learn and practice yoga tools to effectively promote health, learning, and achievement. This workshop will provide you with a deeper understanding of how to identify challenging times during your child or teen's day, and successfully utilize yoga tools to shift them into a more positive state of mind.

March 12 Yoga Ed Registration LINK & Course Description

Friday March 15, 2019

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Hanahau'oli School

Professional Development Center

This 6-Hour Teaching Yoga as Physical Education Professional Development Workshop will help you create relevant, fun yoga classes to engage your students and promote health, wellbeing, and academic success. In this workshop you will learn the physical, mental, emotional, and social benefits of yoga for children and teens in order to develop age-appropriate lesson plans that go beyond the yoga mat to nurture life skills. You'll finish the workshop ready to create yoga lessons to meet your students' needs, all the while adhering to the National Standards for Physical Education.

March 15 Yoga Ed Registration LINK & Course Description

Pangrazi & Corte Show Teachers How to Reach for the Top at 2016 Hawaii PE Summi

Thu, 01 Dec 2016 21:39:54 GMT

What do you get when you combine lots of aloha, with one of our nation's most passionate and decorated PE professionals, a SWD TOY, one of the top PE equipment providers, with over 200 teachers, at five different sites, on four islands, for five straight days in Hawaii? Whew, makes us tired just thinking about it! But that's right, you must be thinking it was the 2016 Hawaii PE Summit with Dr. Robert Pangrazi & Maria Corte.

Many teachers showed up for this free event and attendees sure didn't go home disappointed. Dr. Pangrazi's passion and love for the profession was clearly evident before the workshop even started. He personally greeted attendees as they arrived and immediately shared his philosophy when it came to teaching quality PE. He couldn't express enough how important it was for teachers to have a clear set of rules, effective consequences, research-based management strategies, and for PE teachers to make sure they, "do what they love, and love what they do." The future of our nation's health and well being is too important to just phone it in everyday and simply "roll out the ball".

Throughout the day, attendees were given opportunities to participate in a variety of creative activities that get kids up, moving, exercising, and learning. Past SWD TOY and co-presenter Maria Corte also shared many fun team-building games, fitness relays, and fitness assessment ideas including the use of the Gopher FIT-Step Pedometer. The end of the day was punctuated a raffle giveaway where Gopher handed out free equipment for teachers to bring back to their schools. Sponsored by Gopher Sport and HAHPERD, this event was put on by so many caring volunteers for the dedicated PE & health professionals in our state. Special mahalo to everyone from the DOE, HAHPERD, Gopher Sport, Dr. Pangrazi and Maria Corte for all your time and hard work in making the entire week a great success!

Below are some of the handouts from the PE Summit

Hawaii 11-16.pptx

Effective Management and Discipline.docx

Fitness Super Shuttle.docx

Fitness Super Shuttle Signs.docx

Ice Breaker Directions.docx

Rep and Rotate.docx

Rep and Rotate Circuit.docx

Grit Time.docx

Congratulations!

Wed, 31 Aug 2016 19:39:08 GMT

As we start the new school year, HAHPERD would like to recognize the following people for their contributions to the profession and more!

New HAHPERD Board Members

Lisa Hockenberger - President Elect

Karson Kim - Director

Mekia Earle - Director

Angie Miyashiro - Director

2016 SHAPE America "Joy of Effort" Award

Delcy Saito

2016 HAHPERD PE/Health Teachers of the Year

PE Teacher Sue Erickson from Jarrett Middle School

Health Teacher Nadine Marchessault from Mauka Lani Elementary School

2016 PE Fair Winners

First Place: Rachel, Kauai High School

Second Place: Jazmyn, Radford High School

Third Place: Kailee, Hawaii Baptist Academy

Fourth Place: Mika, Campbell High School

Fifth Place: Cameron, Kailua Intermediate School

2015-2016 AHA Jump Rope for Heart Awards

Joseph Aquiar - Hawaii Baptist Academy
Shawn Coleman - Wilson Elementary
Hamau Howe - Kaunakakai Elementary
Cindy Fainberg - Holy Nativity School
Sandy Kelley - Connections NCPCS
Tammy Sanekane - Fern Elementary
Jewel Toyama - Hanahauoli School
Laura Brown - Hookele Elementary
Desiree Kawalwe - Waiakeawaena Elementary

Calling All Professionals: Consider Serving On The HAHPERD Board

Mon, 04 Apr 2016 21:59:07 GMT

Calling All Professionals

Are you new to HPER as a profession, OR have you been in it for a while and would like to add some adventure to your professional career? Are you interested in contributing your talents to a professional organization? Do you want to do more that just attend workshops and conferences? If you are, consider joining the HAHPERD Board for the upcoming school year 2016-2017. The Hawaii Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance is seeking nominations for the Board.

Benefits from being on the Board include opportunities to …

network with colleagues with similar interests.
raise your level of professionalism through this volunteer experience.
contribute to the professional growth of others (coordinating workshops and conferences, advocating for HPER, etc.).
develop leadership skills.
network with other professionals at state, district and national levels.
develop lifelong friendships.

You will have a great support team that is willing to assist you in this professional growth opportunity.

Nominations are open for Director (2 year term), president-elect (3 year term) or volunteer for any on-going committee (Website, Conferences and Workshops, Social, Advocacy, Teacher of the Year, Scholarship, Finance, Codes and Constitution, community service, etc.)

Is it time for you to take the next step and consider being on the Board? If yes, please contact Yvette Ikari Yvette_Ikari/CENDO/HIDOE@notes.k12.hi.us or Shelley Fey sfey@punahou.edu ASAP.

Strength On Display At 2016 HAHPERD Spring PE & Health Workshop

Mon, 07 Mar 2016 22:31:37 GMT

Keynote Speaker Leslie Hicks

Strength can be defined as a good or beneficial quality or attribute of a person, organization or thing, and strength was definitely on full display at our 2016 HAHPERD Spring PE & Health Workshop this year.

As a way to experiment with possibly holding a future state conference on a weekday, this year's workshop was held on Monday, February 8 at Punahou School. In a demonstration of their strength, our professionals came out in force, from public and private schools big and small, and even from the outer islands. Those that attended were definitely treated to a thoughtfully organized day that left them both refreshed and ready to take on the challenges facing our profession.

The day started off with the keynote from Leslie Hicks (SHAPE America Physical Activity Council Academic Coach) from Arizona. She spoke of different ways we can advocate for our profession, including joining our professional organizations both locally and nationally, signing up for the SHAPE America #50MillionStrong Count Me In! campaign, and registering in the Let's Move! Active Schools program to take the evaluation and begin the activate and celebrate process.

She also announced that an exciting bill was just recently passed by the US Congress and signed by President Obama in December called the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). As was explained by HAHPERD board member Angie Miyashiro in last month's newsletter, the bill effectively replaces the term "core subjects" in No- Child-Left-Behind with "well-rounded education" and will now include subjects like health and PE. This opens the door for PE and health to possibly receive federal fundings that were previously only designated for those few subjects labeled as core. While all the fine details of ESSA are still to be ironed out, this bill reflects the hard work and efforts behind the scenes at the national level and further emphasizes the need for all of us to do our part as professionals to continue to flex our collective muscle and continually strive to prove our worth with our students, parents, administrators, and policy makers.

Click here for keynote presentation Powerpoint

Hawaii (2).pptx

SHAPE America #50MillionStrong Count Me In! Campaign

http://www.shapeamerica.org/prodev/50million.cfm

Appropriate Instructional Practice Guidelines

http://www.shapeamerica.org/standards/guidelines/upload/Appropriate-Instructional-Practices-Grid.pdf

Physical Education Program Checklist

http://www.shapeamerica.org/standards/guidelines/upload/Physical-Education-Program-Checklist.pdf

Break Out Sessions

Break-out sessions this year included presentations by Leslie Hicks on the importance of Brain Breaks and Classroom Energizers, Dr. Dwight Lin on ACL and other sports injury prevention, Guillermo Ruiz from the American Heart Association on the Jump Rope/Hoops for Heart programs, Mick Wong from the Hawaii Bicycling League on their Bike Ed program, and Doug Kiang on wearable technology. Pictured above: (left) Dr. Dwight Lin and (right) attendees listen to Leslie Hicks' Brain Breaks presentation.

Click here to download Leslie Hicks' Brain Breaks and Classroom Energizers handout:

Handout Brain Breaks.pdf

Discussion Panel on Advocating for

Quality PE & Health

This year's workshop featured a unique opportunity for attendees to hear Mr. Frank Fernandez, principal at Kaimuki Middle School (pictured left), and Mr. Rob Hesia, the Hawaii DOE HPE Ed Specialist (pictured right), speak on advocating for quality PE and health. It was discussed that PE and health teachers need to be an integral part of the school culture. Being a part of that positive school culture is all about commitment and when PE and health are valued by the entire community, they become part of the value system that can drive a school's decision making. It was also shared that effective teachers and leaders need to communicate and establish their values first. Those values lead to a common vision by the school community which in turn guides the practices of the school. The greatest challenge however is in constantly making sure the daily practice supports and reinforces the vision. It is only when the values, vision and practice are in line that we see the positive outcomes for our students and entire school community.

Special thanks go out to Shelley Fey, Yvette Ikari, Bobbie Perry and the entire workshop planning committee and volunteers for all your hard work, creativity, planning, and organization of the day. It truly was a special event!

2015 HAHPERD Hawaii State PE & Health Conference a Moving Success!

Thu, 14 May 2015 22:38:01 GMT

If you were one of the fortunate professionals able to join us at this year's conference, you definitely did not go home disappointed. The morning started with a moving keynote by Kentucky's own Jamie Sparks. Among his many great stories and ideas, he shared ways we can be powerful advocates for our profession, including collaborating with other teachers, interacting passionately with students and parents, and finally promoting the power of PE and health with our elected officials.
If that wasn't enough, we were honored to have nationally renowned dance instructor Christy Lane join us as a featured presenter throughout the day. Christy, along with her awesome Dare to Dance guest instructors, had an infectious energy that got everyone comfortably moving with a variety of different dances and styles. To top it all off, there were so many quality breakout sessions and exhibitors that it was impossible to find any down time.
Special thanks to Shelley Fey, Yvette Ikari, Bobbie Perry, Jewel Toyama, all the volunteers, presenters, exhibitors and board members past and present for all your hard work in making this year's conference another moving success!

Team-Building Activities 4 PE! #soeasyandfun

Thu, 07 May 2015 07:04:17 GMT

“There is no ‘I’ in Team”

“United We Stand, Divided We Fall”

“Alone We Can Do So Little, but Together We Can Do So Much”

“E Pluribus Unum (Out of Many, One)”

“T.E.A.M stands for Together Everyone Achieves More”

As athletes, physical educators, teachers and coaches, we’ve all probably heard or recited many of these kinds of quotes with our students and athletes. As coaches, we preach these values all the time but as PE teachers, do we do the same in our PE classes? Should developing the skills and knowledge of teamwork only be reserved for those athletes of team sports or should all our students be learning them?

One of the catch phrases floating around in education today is the term, “21^st Century Skills.” When we hear 21^st Century Skills, we often think of learning technological skills like coding, multi-media platforms, robotics, social media and 3D printing. Not too often will you hear someone say that learning key 21^st Century skills happen in PE classes. Well, while learning technological skills are indeed important, when you look deeper into what is truly valued by employers today, you clearly see that these skills are actually secondary.

For example, the organization Partnership for 21^st Century Skills (www.p21.org) describes one of the four major student outcomes as Learning and Innovation Skills, otherwise known as the 4 C’s. These important 4 C’s are listed as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication. All these skills involve learning to function as a team member and can be taught through team-building activities.

In a 2013 Forbes article entitled, “The 10 Skills Employers Want in 20-Something Employees,” a survey was give to 200 hiring managers, asking them to list the 10 skills they desire in an young employee. The top 4 skills they desire in a new hire? Number one was the ability to work in a team, followed by the ability to make decisions and solve problems, the ability to plan and prioritize work, and finally, the ability to communicate with people inside and outside and organization.

Even more revealing was an even larger survey of 400 employers conducted by The Conference Board, Corporate Voices for Working Families, The Partnership for 21^st Century Skills and the Society for Human Resource Management. This survey entitled, “Are They Really Ready to Work? Employers’ Perspectives on the Basic Knowledge and Applied Skills of New Entrants to the 21^st Century U.S. Workforce,” revealed the top 4 skills desired from today’s graduates are professionalism, teamwork, oral communication, social responsibility.

As you can see it's so important to take the time to teach these valuable skills to all our students. You'll find that it's not that hard to do, you can still incorporate fitness into your activities, and your students will have fun while learning valuable team skills that they'll take with them for a lifetime.

TeamBuild SEA 2015.pdf

HAHPERD Supports the 2015 Keiki Great Aloha Run

Mon, 13 Apr 2015 22:35:48 GMT

HAHPERD members were proud partners of the 2015 Keiki Great Aloha Run. Our members attended the planning meetings, helped to promote the event in schools, coordinated the packet pick-up, manned the t-shirt distributions, and on the morning of Feburary 14, 2015 cheered on the 2,000 participants - keiki, parents and supporters.

This year, $31,500 was raised; these funds will be distributed to 133 public and private schools on Oahu to benefit nutrition and physical education programs. It was a festive morning - with Augie T. as the emcee, young dancers from KES Dance Fitness Team and Dr. Wizard Hound to energize the runners, cheerleaders from McKinley High School to cheer them on, and free admission to the Great Aloha Sports, Health and Fitness Expo, Donna Ede, a Board Member of Kaho`omiki and member of HAHPERD, said "the money generated from this even has the potential of touching over 50,000 school children in the form of: asphalt paint to create game boundaries on parking areas; clothesline and caution tape for make shift nets;laundry baskets to hold balls and equipment; beans and material to make bean bags; and much more. Our efforts help to ensure that teachers won't have to pay out of pocket for these little extras!"

2015 HAHPERD State PE and Health Conference: Call for Proposals and Registration Forms Available

Tue, 03 Mar 2015 18:03:41 GMT

Get your calendars out and save the date of Saturday, May 2 so you can spend the day with some of the most passionate PE, health, and dance advocates around. Our theme this year is Let's Move with ALOHA (A Lifetime Of Healthy Activity) and features a unique format with our usual PE/Health offerings along with nationally renowned dance instructor Christy Lane doing her Dare to Dance sessions concurrently. Registration to our conference will allow you participate in all the festivities or you can register just for the dance workshop with Christy Lane.

We are currently looking for exhibitors and presenters, so please check out hahperd.org under the "conferences" tab for forms and registration.

SHAPE America's SPEAK Out! Day

Mon, 09 Feb 2015 19:59:00 GMT

Reston, VA, February 6, 2015– In an effort to ensure that school health and physical education are addressed and eligible for funding in the new version of the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), a group of more than 120 physical and health educators will meet with their Congressional representatives next week.

Educators will participate in face to face meetings on Capitol Hill during SHAPE America’s 7^th annual SPEAK Out! Day, February 10-11. The teachers representing 37 states will offer insight and perspective on the negative impact that occurs when health and PE are marginalized. They will also share stories of success when these programs are sustained and thriving in schools.

“The Senate has already begun to address ESEA early in this session of Congress and we expect the House of Representatives to follow suit very soon. We look to our members to help push our legislative asks forward and bring policy to life in schools across the country,” says Carly Braxton, senior manager of advocacy for SHAPE America.

In addition to the upcoming advocacy day efforts, more than 85 organizations in the health and physical activity arena have signed a letter in support of featuring health education and PE as a prominent piece of ESEA, which would make them eligible for federal funding. The letter also asks that the PEP grant – the only federal program addressing PE and nutrition education - remain in the bill. Learn more about SHAPE America’s 2015 legislative asks and federal legislative agenda.

Past participation from SHAPE America members has been critical in securing Congressional support for elevating health and PE to core subject status in federal education law. Members have also been successful in encouraging their lawmakers to keep PEP from being cut out of the federal budget altogether. Currently, the funding is at an all-time low of $47 million for FY15.

Sign Up for FREE Let's Move! Active Schools PAL Training

Sat, 17 Jan 2015 18:00:00 GMT

If you haven't heard the great news, HAHPERD is hosting a FREE Let's Move! Active Schools PAL Training event on Saturday, January 17, 2015. This Physical Activity Leader (PAL) event will teach you how to be an be advocate for physical activity at your school and provide key training, resources, and ideas to promote activity and movement throughout the school day. This even will be held at the Kamehameha Middle School-Kapalama campus and is entirely FREE! For more information on this great program please check out the video link below and/or contact Shelley Fey at sfey@punahou.edu

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjMP8eg54lA

Dare to Dance and 2014 Children and Youth Day with Christy Lane

Sun, 05 Oct 2014 23:15:39 GMT

On October 4th and 5th, HAHPERD proudly hosted dance instructor Christy Lane for a Saturday workshop at Mililani High School then at the 2014 Children and Youth Day (CYD) held at the Hawaii State Capitol on Sunday. Participants in both sessions described Christy as "amazing," "fun," "unbelievable," and "energetic." At both events, Christy taught a variety of line dances that started off so easy that even the most chorophobic (fear of dancing) attendees were still able to learn and keep up. Christy just has a way of breaking down a dance into just a few simple steps and make it fun. As everyone became comfortable, Christy would then encourage some creative movement or show a little twist that the more daring could add to jazz it up a little. Popular line dances like the Electric Slide, the Wobble, as well as country line dances, folk dances, and ballroom dances were all part of the program.
HAHPERD would like to thank Alexis Zoder who helped organize the CYD event, Yvette Ikari for organizing the Dare to Dance event, the University of Hawaii KRS professors and students for your time and support, Mililani High School, Christy Lane, and all the volunteers who came out to help at both events.
Did you miss out and weren't able to catch Christy Lane? You're in luck as Christy has agreed to return to Hawaii in the spring as part of our annual 2015 HAHPERD Hawaii State PE & Health Conference. Stay tuned to hahperd.org for more details!

2014 ALOHA with the Ohana Fall Social Event at UFC BJ Penn a Hit!

Sat, 13 Sep 2014 23:13:05 GMT

This year's 2014 HAHPERD Fall Social was themed "A Lifetime Of Healthy Activity (ALOHA) with the Ohana". On September 13, many families and friends showed up to the UFC Gym BJ Penn Waikele to attend this awesome event. Participants got a chance to try many different activities presented by the energetic and talented UFC fitness instructors as well as meet two local MMA fighters, Max Holloway and Brad Tavares. Food was prepared by Aloha Salads and prizes were donated by All G Productions and HAHPERD. Prizes included shirts by Island Tats, local CD's and DVD's by some of Hawaii's top entertainers, sunscreen products by Planet Sun, and UFC training packages. Special thanks to Rob Hesia, Yvette Ikari, the staff and instructors at UFC Gym and all the volunteers who helped make the day such a success!

2014 Hawaii State PE & Health Conference SHAPE's Up To Be a Great Success!

Wed, 04 Jun 2014 21:21:04 GMT

On Saturday, May 10 HAHPERD helped to organize the 2014 Hawaii State PE and Health Conference. Attended by over 130 PE and health teachers at the UH Manoa Athletic Complex, the day was filled with so much excitement and offered everyone a unique opportunity to network with teachers from around the state.

This year's keynote speaker was Sandy "Spin" Slade, President and Founder of Skillastics. She gave such an inspirational speech about ALOHA and how PE and health teachers can make a lasting impact on our students in developing both people of character as well as lifelong advocates for good health and physical activity.

The breakout sessions this year did not disappoint as there were so many varied offering throughout the day, everyone that attended could find something that interested them. All attendees came away with new and exciting ideas to bring into their classes on Monday!

During lunch, we recognized our HAHPERD Scholarship recipients as well as those that completed their National Board Certification:

Yvette Ikari, PE, Central District Health and PE Resource Teacher
Carina Morgan, PE, Mililani High
Keola Silva, PE, Mokulele Elem
Jodi Tanabe-Hanzawa, Health Ed, Aiea High

The day ended with drawings and giveaways for everyone. All sorts of PE equipment were given away, from basketballs to tennis rackets. In all it was a wonderful way to spend a Saturday and re-energize the batteries for summer and a new school year.

Special Mahalo:
*To all our exhibitors who spent the day with us and generously donated some of the prizes for our giveaways
*All the volunteers who shared their time and talent before, during and after the conference, especially Dee Curtis, Sue Hanson, Carol Asuncion, Cindy Rosebrough and Donna Ede
*BIG thank you to our conference organizer, Shelley Fey and her hard working support staff including Bobbie Perry, Yvette Ikari, Jewel Toyama, and Lisa Hockenberger.
*Finally a big thank you to all our passionate attendees! Without you taking the time to spend your Saturday with us this event truly could not have been a success.

HAHPERD PE & Health Conference and Exhibitor Registration Now Open!

Tue, 11 Mar 2014 00:18:50 GMT

For more information please look under "Events" or to register online please click on the link below
http://hahperd.org/Default.aspx?pageId=1453942&eventId=824201&EventViewMode=EventRegistration

For exhibitor registration, please click on the link below.
http://fs30.formsite.com/misterh808/form1/index.html

Save the Date: 2014 HAHPERD Hawaii State PE and Health Conference

Wed, 08 Jan 2014 20:38:57 GMT

Save the date of Saturday, May 10 for an exciting day of learning at the 2014 HAHPERD Hawaii State PE and Health Conference. We are proud to announce that our keynote speaker this year is Sandy "Spin" Slade, President and Founder of Skillastics.

To learn more about Sandy's inspirational story, check out this trailer of her documentary called, "Beyond Basketball"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qkf2zqvKgA

You can also learn about her company at http://www.skillastics.com/

Visit our HAHPERD website for upcoming details of location, time and registration information.

Hawaii PE Teachers Take SHAPE

Wed, 08 Jan 2014 02:02:57 GMT

"What's in a name? That which we call a rose / By any other name would smell as sweet," may have been true for Shakespeare’s Juliet Capulet, but some members of the health and physical education teachers’ professional association are not so sure. After decades of internal squabbling and dialogue, the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD) members have voted themselves a new labelundefinedthe Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE).

AAHPERD’s roots go back to 1885, when an ardent group of physical trainers gathered in New York to discuss their profession. These sixty-some leaders of the nascent physical movement formed the Association for the Advancement of Physical Education (AAPE). As the years passed, the name was adjusted to reflect additional specialists. In 1937, Health was included with Recreation and Dance added in 1938 and 1974, respectively.

As the association grew in size, the acronym, AAHPERD, took on an identity all its own. Because of the length and difficult pronunciation of the name, the association struggled to infiltrate society with any noticeable allegiance or enthusiasm. Members knew what the name stood for, but the public, parents, lawmakers, and school administrators never embraced the categorical name or acronym.

Today, with a shrinking membership of 18,000, the Society of Health and Physical Educators will do business as SHAPE America, with a new and equally succinct mission and vision statement. SHAPE’s rejuvenated mission is to advance professional practices and promote research related to health and physical education, physical activity, dance, and sport. Their vision is just as crisp, Healthy People–Physically Educated and Physically Active.

Here in the islands, we have a vibrant affiliate of SHAPE America in the Hawaii Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (HAHPERD). In 1952, an equally passionate group of physical educators elected Edward F. Chui from the University of Hawaii as president, and a year later, they voted in Donald Gustuson from University High School as their second president.

Today, with a steadfast membership of 350, HAHPERD leaders continue to come from UH as well as our public and private schools. Like SHAPE America, HAHPERD is a non-profit association with parallel missions focused on promoting how to live a healthy, active lifestyle. The focus of HAHPERD’s efforts on all islands is directed to our school-age population. Concerns related to smoking, drug and alcohol abuse, diet and obesity, and sexually transmitted diseases are frequent topics at HAHPERD conferences and workshops.

The organization’s name is getting mixed reviews from health and physical educators across the country who are worried about how the new name will be received. The lockerroom wireless is picking up some skepticism. Perception run wild when one hears that too many think the new name sounds like a fitness magazine or a weight prevention program, and rightly so.

The vibes locally are much different. Lynn Tagami, a former HAHPERD president who teaches physical education at Kamehameha Schools, likes the name because “it is easier to say, remember, and pronounce.”

The name game battles are now a part of the association’s historical growing pains. These internal skirmishes were a result of members trying to protect their name’s elimination from the acronym. Concerns will linger, but Tagami hopes SHAPE America will help unite the profession.

Another sport and physical education stalwart and two-time HAHPERD president, Shelley Kahuanui Fey from Punahou School, gives the new moniker two thumbs up. She says, “I like the way SHAPE is presentedundefinedas a verb as opposed to the noun describing physical aspects of the body.” She intends to begin using it in HAHPERD literature and messages. For example, Shape a future where healthy is the norm, Shape a standard of excellence in physical education and health education, and Shape the lifelong habits of young people. “How about this,” Fey adds, “SHAPE America with A.L.O.H.A.”

Time will tell if the SHAPE acronym can help make the rebranded association more recognizable? While there was never a greater need for a physically educated society, SHAPE America’s ultimate success will depend upon the performance of the professionals themselves.

Let’s hope Juliet Capulet was right.

HPE Teacher Education Committee Meeting

Wed, 11 Dec 2013 21:30:08 GMT

To all friends interested in Health and PE education,

You are invited to attend the Health and Physical Education Teacher Education (HPE TEC) Fall 2013 Meeting

Date: Th Dec 11, 3:30 - 4:15

Location: UHM Department of Kinesiology & Rehabilitation Science (KRS) Conference Room (Lower campus, 2nd floor of the Athletics Complex)

Parking passes will be available.

There are many changes in the profession, the college, and the department that we are excited to share with you! You can also meet our new faculty Dr. Kelly Murphy - formerly from the University of Guam.

Agenda:

1. New! Our new professional name - SHAPE America (formerly AAHPERD)

2. New! EdTPA All pre-service teachers will be required to submit an assessment package that includes a teaching video (think mini National Board package) to be assessed by an outside source (other than UH). Successful completion will be required to attain initial teaching certification.

3. New! National Standards & Grade-Level Outcomes for K-12 Physical Education and proposed beginning teacher program standards that include training pre-service teachers on comprehensive school physical activity programing (CSPAP).

4. other items related to HPE programmatic data presentation, streamlining and changes to the undergraduate and graduate curriculum, and solidifying the notion of common teaching methods and curriculum across pre-service and in-service teaching.

Following the meeting, you are also invited to attend our Student Teacher Capstone Presentations which begins at 4:30.

Please email RSVP by Monday Nov 26^th. Parking will be included. You can also attend the meeting online via Blackboard if you are unable to drive to UH by accessing http://tinyurl.com/DrMorgansVoffice

Hope to see you soon!

Charles F. Morgan, PhD

Associate Professor

University of Hawaii

Department of Kinesiology & Rehabilitation Science

1337 Lower Campus Rd, PE/A Complex 216

Honolulu, HI 96822

808.956.3804

Call for Proposals: 2014 AAHPERD Southwest District Association Convention

Mon, 09 Dec 2013 23:52:46 GMT

Please consider being a presenter at this year's convention to be held at the beautiful M Resort Spa and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada! The convention is to be held from June 9-12 and our theme this year is "Coordinated School Health and Physical Activity Programs: A Key to the Nation's Future."

2014-SWD-Call-for-Proposals-Information.pdf

http://AAHPERD.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0yODU3OTI0JnA9MSZ1PTc3NTcwOTE4MiZsaT0xNTU2MTE2MQ/index.html

Early Bird Registration Now Open for 2014 AAHPERD National Convention and Expo: St. Louis MO

Thu, 21 Nov 2013 21:26:29 GMT

Early-Bird Registration Now Open!

Let the AAHPERD National Convention & Expo be Your Gateway to Success!

Register now and SAVE!

Featured keynote speakers will be Shannon Miller, the most decorated gymnast male or female in U.S. history with 16 Olympic and World Championship medals and renowned motivational speaker on comprehensive health education and wellness programs Deborah Tackmann.

Attend workshops on our newest initiatives and programs:

-The NEW National Standards & Grade-Level Outcomes for K-12 Physical Education
-Common Core State Standards
-Presidential Youth Fitness Program
-Let's Move! Active Schools

Also attend sessions that will provide great teaching strategies and best practices in:

-School-based Health Education
-Adapted Physical Education
-Curriculum and Administration
-Professional Preparation
-Sport and Coaching
-Master and Cultural Dance Classes
-Research including Exercise Sciences and Motor Behavior & Measurement

While in St. Louis get an aerial view from the Gateway Arch; take a tour of Busch Stadium; or visit the many museums, monuments, memorials, parks and great dining options including The Hill, St. Louis' Italian District. Plan early so you can experience all that this great American city has to offer!

To register you will need your member ID, 2000403, and your password, which is your last name unless you have changed it. Early-bird registration rate: November 18, 2013 - January 15, 2014.

AAHPERD's New Name is Approved

Wed, 20 Nov 2013 21:24:32 GMT

New Name Approved!

Building on an overwhelmingly positive vote for unification earlier this year, I am pleased to announce that the AAHPERD membership has voted to approve the new name, Society of Health and Physical Educators, doing business as SHAPE America. We are now poised to move forward in creating a new chapter in our 128-year old history with our new name, vision and mission. A new logo, tagline and brand for the organization, as well as a new website, will be introduced early in 2014.

The use of the new name will be communicated strategically to our many audiences over the next six to eight months. Members may see both AAHPERD and SHAPE America – Society of Health and Physical Educators used interchangeably. For instance, 2014 Gateway to Success, our national convention, will remain the AAHPERD National Convention & Expo.

As you all know, these are very exciting times. We are making history together as we “relaunch” our organization to a new generation of professionals. Through our new name we are working to:

Shape a future where healthy is the norm.

Shape a standard of excellence in physical education and health education.

Shape the lifelong habits of young people.

Shape and influence policy related to physical education and school health education.

Having an acronym that actually says and means something helps to make our new name more memorable. In addition, the verb “shape” means influence and communicates leadership and power. We want SHAPE America – Society of Health and Physical Educators to have increased visibility and recognition among our primary audiences of physical and health educators as well as our secondary audiences ─ parents, principals, school administrators, policy makers and the media. I am confident that our strong, memorable and simple new name will help us do just that.

This vote by the entire membership is unprecedented. Thank you all for your support by voting on the new name for your professional association!

Gale Wiedow
President

2013-2014 HAHPERD/DOE PE Fair Video Competition

Sat, 16 Nov 2013 19:51:59 GMT

If you are a Hawaii state middle school or high school PE teacher, please consider having your students participate in our HAHPERD/DOE PE Fair Video Competition. Through their participation, your students will learn the importance of living a healthy lifestyle by creating a personal fitness plan that will meet their specific fitness goals. In an exciting effort to incorporate more technology, writing, math, health, and physical education the planning committee decided to make this year's fair a video competition. So grab your smart phone or tablet and start editing! Click here to see a sample video submission:

http://vimeo.com/74960054

We've also increased the district and overall prizes to include a GoPro Camera, Dr. Dre Beats Headphones, iPod Nano, and generous gift certificates. So don't delay and promote all the wonderful things you are doing for your students, your school and community as a physical educator!

For more information on please click on the link below:

PE Fair Video Comp Requirements.docx

FREE SPARK Webinar: Tag Games for All

Wed, 23 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Don't flee from this webinar! Does your physical education and/or physical activity program include chasing and fleeing games? We hope so! Tag games are high MVPA (moderate to vigorous physical activity) and may be used to teach/reinforce a variety of movement skills, social skills, nutrition and health concepts.

Join us for this webinar on Wednesday, October 23 at 12 noon HST and enjoy the new ideas we wrap around old activities to make them more inclusive, active, and fun. You'll leave ready to incorporate new tag games into your PE and After School programs for grades K-12. You're it!

Click here to register!

https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/192069842

FREE SPARK School Health Assessment Webinar

Thu, 12 Sep 2013 21:38:20 GMT

We all know healthy students are better learners. So how can we ensure we're providing them with an environment that facilitates and encourages healthy behavior on a daily basis?

A school health assessment/inventory is a powerful tool to help identify strengths and weaknesses of school health policies and programs and provide direction for improvement efforts. We're excited to bring together representatives from the three leading school health assessments/inventories as guest speakers for this webinar, including Seraphine Pitt Barnes (Division of Population Health, School Health Branch, CDC), Sean Slade (Director, Whole Child Programs, ASCD) and Sarah Titzer (Healthy Schools Program Director, Alliance for a Healthier Generation).

When: Tuesday, September 17th at 3pm Eastern, 12pm Pacific

Cost: Free

Click the link below to register!

https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/829191354

Check Out the NEW Let's Move! Active Schools PSA with Serena Williams, Colin Kaepernick, Ashton Eaton and more!

Wed, 11 Sep 2013 19:36:41 GMT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVbF2HKsA44&feature=youtu.be

Check Out the NEW Let's Move! Active Schools PSA featuring Colin Kaepernick, Serena Williams, Ashton Eaton, and more celebrity athletes.

Studies show that Active Kids Do Better, in school and in life. But our kids are moving less and less -- only 1 in 3 kids is active every day. It's time to get our kids moving again.

Let's Move! Active Schools is a comprehensive program that empowers P.E. teachers, classroom teachers, principals, administrators, and parents to create active environments that enable all students to get moving and reach their full potential. In this video, athletes discuss the importance of Active Schools and issue a call to action to make your school an Active School today!

Physical Education Group Looks to Innovate Gym Class

Wed, 11 Sep 2013 17:34:51 GMT

Physical Education Group Looks to Innovate Gym Class - See more at: http://associationsnow.com/2013/09/physical-education-group-looks-to-innovate-gym-class/#sthash.Z9WCCnhe.dpuf

A group involved with Michelle Obama's Lets Move! Active Schools initiative is working to get students active by revamping gym classes across the country in more engaging ways. Read more at: http://associationsnow.com/2013/09/physical-education-group-looks-to-innovate-gym-class/

Introducing AAHPERD's New Common Core State Standard Webinar Series

Tue, 10 Sep 2013 23:11:27 GMT

Learn how to connect your health and physical education lessons to the Common Core State Standards through AAHPERD’s new eight-part webinar series starting October 1.

AAHPERD experts will show you how to use technology and strategies for differentiated instruction to use the Common Core State Standards to enhance – not replace – your current health and physical education curriculum.

Register today for our first webinar on Tuesday, October 1, 2013 at 1 p.m. EST.

Introduction to the Common Core State Standards
by Dr. Martha James-Hassan, Towson University

Each webinar will offer practical tips that you can put into practice right away. You will also receive 1.0 contact hour toward your teaching recertification or license renewal for each webinar you attend. And don’t worry if you are teaching a class at that time, all webinars will be available on demand and can be viewed any time after their initial airing.

Click here to register for the Introduction to the Common Core State Standards and to review the schedule for the other webinars throughout the school year.

Letter from the President

Tue, 03 Sep 2013 21:19:12 GMT

“For time and the world do not stand still. Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or the present are certain to miss the future.” –John F. Kennedy

Aloha HAHPERD members and friends,

I hope all of you have had a rejuvenating summer and are excited for the new school year at hand. As a PE teacher, coach, and father, I know we, as health and fitness leaders, often relish opportunities to face new challenges. We often enjoy facing the unknown and seeing the culmination of our efforts.

Don’t we expect the same of our children, students, and athletes? We constantly challenge them to think about their future and to embrace opportunities, both in school and out. We challenge them to change, to go beyond what they think is possible, to take a chance to see what they’re made of. Well, today I’d like to take the time to challenge you as a professional, in much the same way you challenge the young people entrusted to your care.

We are currently at a crucial time in our health and physical activity profession. The research and information is out there for all to see. We know we are headed for a health crisis both in our nation and around the world. We know that physical activity stimulates the brain and that active students learn better. We know that regular physical activity and a healthy diet is linked with living a longer and happier life. We know we have tremendous support in the White House and beyond with the Let’s Move Active Schools (LMIS) and Designed to Move initiatives, among many others. So now is the time to act, while the iron is hot!

This school year I challenge you as health and physical activity leaders to make an impact beyond your gym walls, classroom doors and school fences. I challenge you to sign up your school online as a LMIS school. Use the online resources to improve your school and join other schools across the nation in saying that physical activity and health is an important part of our schools. Attend a HAHPERD workshop and/or conference even if it means giving up a precious Saturday. Volunteer at a HAHPERD sponsored event or attend one of our monthly meetings. Write a letter to a politician advocating for PE and health in schools. Go out and become an advocate for health and physical activity in your school by organizing activities before school, at recess, and/or after school. Visit the HAHPERD website often to stay connected to what’s new and upcoming.

A wise proverb goes that the best time to fix your roof is when the sun is out. Let’s not wait until it’s too late to save PE and health in schools. Remember that the iron is hot and now is the time to go out and make a difference in our local PE and health community. I thank you for all you do each day to help make Hawaii’s keiki both healthy and happy and I wish you all the best this coming school year!

Jonathan Hermosura

Sincerely yoursJonathan Hermosura

NASPE Shape of the Nation Infographics

Tue, 27 Aug 2013 18:06:04 GMT

Physical educators and school leaders: Be sure to share the infographics through your social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest), school website and/or newsletter and online bulletin boards, and in your back to school informational packets. To keep up to date with the latest on all aspects of physical education in schools, follow the hashtag #shapeofthenation on Twitter.

shape-of-the-nation-infographic1.pdf

shape-of-the-nation-infographic2.pdf

infographic3-high.pdf

Call for Presentations at 2014 National Coaching Conference

Tue, 27 Aug 2013 18:03:25 GMT

Call for Presentations

The American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD), in association with the United States Coaching Coalition (USOC, NCAA, NFHS, and AAHPERD) is pleased to announce that it will host the 2014 National Coaching Conference. The National Coaching Conference is the U.S. Coaching Coalition’s opportunity to bring together the foremost leaders in sport to convoke dialogue related to the education and development of coaches at all levels of competition and expertise. The theme for the 2014 National Coaching Conference is Long-Term Coach Development.

Guidelines for Proposal Submissions

Please download the Session Proposal Form and complete it in its entirety. Only electronic submissions will be considered. For more information on the conference and submitting a session proposal please visit the conference webpage. In order to increase the breadth and depth of discussion around coach development, the conference program will reflect two primary tracks:

The Coach Track

Presentations should appeal to coaches at the various levels of sport participation, youth through elite, in the United States. Each session should provide practical application of evidence-based practice that coaches will be able to add to their “Coaches Toolbox” while simultaneously demonstrating the level of activity, skill development and competition. appropriate for the identified level of play. Sessions in this track can be considered continuing education for coaches and should reflect the conference theme of Long-Term Coach Development.

The Coach Educator Track

Presentations should appeal to sport program administrators or academic coach educators. Considering the conference theme of Long-Term Coach Development, sessions should reflect one of the following: (a) current research on coach development, (b) paths of coach development across sport, gender, and competitive level, or (c) critical topics in coach education. The sessions should provide coach educators cutting-edge information that directly relates to the National Standards for Sport Coaches (NASPE, 2006) and clearly demonstrates how to develop and deliver programs and resources that are beneficial to coaches.

Means of Submission:

Completed session proposals must be submitted electronically as an attachment to NCC2014@aahperd.org. Session proposals MUST be received by 11:59PM on Friday, November 1, 2013. Receipt of session proposals will be confirmed via email within 15 days of submission. Please note: notification of acceptance is dependent on accurate speaker information. All accepted proposals will be notified by Friday, November 29, 2013.

Jump Rope For Heart Grant and Recognition Awards

Tue, 27 Aug 2013 18:02:04 GMT

The 2014 AAHPERD Jump Rope For Heart & Hoops For Heart Grants
Every year AAHPERD awards ten grants to physical educators who demonstrate passion, creativity and dedication to the Jump Rope For Heart and Hoops For Heart programs. The AAHPERD Jump Rope For Heart & Hoops For Heart Grant is available only to individuals who have completed a JRFH or HFH event in the prior school year.

Recipients of the AAHPERD Jump Rope For Heart & Hoops For Heart Grant enjoy the following benefits:
• Complimentary registration to attend the 2014 AAHPERD National Convention & Expo in St. Louis
• A stipend to cover travel and hotel fees to attend the convention
• Complimentary AAHPERD membership for one year
• A gift voucher for physical education equipment worth $1,200 from US Games
• Special recognition at the 2014 AAHPERD National Convention & Expo in St. Louis
To apply, visit: http://www.aahperd.org/jump/awards/grants/

Apply for the AAHPERD Jump Rope For Heart or Hoops For Heart Recognition Awards!
Are you an AAHPERD member who has held a Jump Rope For Heart or Hoops For Heart event each year for consecutive years? If so, you may be eligible to apply for the 2014 AAHPERD Jump Rope For Heart & Hoops For Heart Recognition Awards! The Jump Rope For Heart & Hoops For Heart Recognition Awards are presented to two JRFH coordinators and one HFH coordinator each year.

Award winners enjoy the following benefits:
• Complimentary registration to attend the 2014 AAHPERD National Convention & Expo in St. Louis
• A stipend to cover travel and hotel fees to attend the convention
• Complimentary AAHPERD membership
• Special recognition at the 2014 AAHPERD National Convention & Expo in St. Louis
• Press packets sent to local TV stations and newspapers
To apply, visit: http://www.aahperd.org/jump/awards/recognition/

Applications are due to AAHPERD headquarters by October 18, 2013.

AAHPERD Launches New Advocacy Tools

Tue, 27 Aug 2013 18:00:22 GMT

AAHPERD Launches New Advocacy Tools

Advocating for quality health and physical education programs for every child in America just got a whole lot easier! The American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD), partnering with Soft Edge, is thrilled to offer new and enhanced advocacy tools to members and anyone committed to improving children’s health.

Go to www.aahperd.org/whatwedo/advocacy!

Click the red “Take Action Now” button to access action alerts, bill summaries and to contact your members of Congress as well as local media outlets. Utilize each of the new tools below to make your voice heard.

Take a look at AAHPERD’s new advocacy webpage - AAHPERD Take Action - view key issues AAHPERD is monitoring and find your elected officials.

· Issues - access all action alerts to ensure your voice is heard in Congress
· Directory - find Congressional contact information and use the Guide to Congress to help navigate the advocacy process
· Bills - read bill summaries on current legislation that AAHPERD is watching
· Share - download and post web stickers on your website to encourage other to advocate
· Elections - track current elections in your state
· Media - easily contact your local media to share the importance of health and physical education in schools with your community

Take action today to guarantee that health and physical education will be addressed by Congress and become integral programs in schools across the country. Share this valuable advocacy link with your colleagues, friends and families. Whether you are a physical education teacher, parent, principal, superintendent, school board member or concerned citizen, you have a role to play in helping our youth have quality health and physical education programs.

If you have any questions or comments, please contact:

Carly Braxton, Senior Manager of Advocacy, 703.476.3476 or cbraxton@aahperd.org

www.aahperd.org

Connect with AAHPERD on Social Media

Head over to Facebook and “like” AAHPERD. On any given day, you could engage with leading experts in the profession, including award winning K-12 physical, health and dance education teachers, some you might find right in your own backyard.

Follow @NTAAHPERD and the hashtag #shapeofthenation on Twitter to find links to similar articles, free physical activity ideas to try at home and to learn the latest changes taking place in school physical education.

More of a visual learner? AAHPERD’s on Pinterest too (www/pinterest.com/AAHPERD). Follow our boards to discover delicious and healthy recipes for the family, downloadable simple yet powerful infographics to help you advocate for quality physical and health education in your local schools and much more!

NASPE 2012 Shape of the Nation Report

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 23:30:19 GMT

NASPE is excited to share our second infographic on physical activity! The information in this inaugural series stems from data collected from all 50 states and the District of Columbia in the 2012 Shape of the Nation Report. Physical education is the cornerstone of a comprehensive school physical activity program. School aged children need at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per day. This infographic highlights missed opportunities for increasing physical activity outside of physical education class in schools. See which states are taking steps to create more opportunities to get kids moving and which are not. Be sure to also check out NASPE’s first infographic, showcasing the status of physical education in schools. Scroll to the bottom of the Shape of the Nation web page to download and view both visuals. NASPE welcomes you to share the infographics through social media, emails, and other communication platforms to educate others and advocate for physical education and increased physical activity in schools!

HAHPERD Annual Conference

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 02:04:33 GMT

Kevin and Katie Morrow are both educators from O'Neill Public Schools in O'Neill, Nebraska where Kevin currently serves as an elementary Physical Eduaction teacher and Katie serves as the Technology Integration Specialist. Both have been instrumental in working with Apple on the concept and application of Challenge Based Learning, (www.challengebasedlearning.org/pages/welcome) as well as leading their district and beyond in its implementation. Both have been recognized as Google Certified Teachers and Apple Distinguished Educators, and enjoy sharing their knowledge and expertise of technology integration with other educators around the globe.

Traditional ways of teaching knowledge and skills can be inadequate and disengaging for today's students. By embracing technology, incorporating real-world challenges, and opening opportunities for students to create innovative solutions, we can better develop self-directed, more collaborative learners. Physical Education is just one field that can benefit from this way of teaching and learning. Learn how two educators have challenged their students to develop healthier habits, promoted fitness in their communities, and extended the physical education experience beyond the classroom for their students Challenge Based Learning.

Break Out Sessions Include:

* Scooter Board Fitness and Games

* Massage Therapy with Foam Rollers

* iPads in PE

* Innovative PE

* Concussions in Hawaii High Schools? What Educators Should Know

* Historic! One United Fitness Test for All Children: Good or Evil?

* USTA Schools Tennis in PE

* The Fox Trot, Swing and Line Dances: Dances that have Changed our Country and World

* Got Pong? Table Tennis – More than Just a Game

* Got Rhythms?

Click Below to Register

2013 HAHPERD registration FINAL.doc

"Obesity is a National Security Issue"

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 01:13:09 GMT

Lieutenant General Mark Phillip Hertling, is the Commanding General, US Army Europe and Seventh Army. In that role, he is the commander of the approximately 42,000 U.S. Army forces assigned to Europe, and he is the Army Component Commander of U.S. European Command. Click the link to see his TEDx Mid-Atlantic 2012 talk http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWN13pKVp9s

Sign Up for HAHPERD and AAHPERD Membership Today!!!

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 04:30:00 GMT

hahperd_membership_form.pdf

http://www.aahperd.org/membership/

Call for Proposals at 2013 SWD Convention in Las Vegas, NV

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 04:30:00 GMT

We encourage you to submit an abstract (applied or research) for the 2013 Southwest District Convention of AAHPERD to be held June 26-29, 2013 in Las Vegas, NV. Proposals should support the professions we serve, including dance, health, physical education, adapted physical education, recreation, and sport. Presenters are allowed a maximum of two presentations and must register for the convention.